Beautifully secluded and lovingly maintained, this classic log home, stone cottage and spectacular in-ground pool compound with beautiful views in a park-like setting is available for the first time in nearly 20 years! The possibilities are truly endless with this one-of-a kind property. The warm and tastefully decorated main home features a sunny, specious and newly-upgraded open kitchen with granite counter and stainless appliances. A large and cozy living room has plenty of space for everyone to gather around the wood stove or take in a movie. The wrap-around sun porch features two dining areas and a cozy corner seating area perfect to take in the scenery. Two bedrooms, a loft bedroom and a 3/4 bath complete this wing of the home. A private, primary suite (with lock-out) includes a reception area, large bedroom with a double-sided gas fireplace and a luxurious spa bathroom with large soaking tub and separate shower. The fully-equipped guest cottage offers an entirely separate living unit and boasts a complete kitchen with counter-top dining area, spacious bathroom, living area with heat stove, first floor bedroom and sleeping loft with balcony. Outside you'll find outbuildings for ample storage and separate, generous outdoor seating areas for both units, including an outdoor food-prep area with stunning, year-round views. The entire property is beautifully landscaped to showcase the homes and unbelievable, newly refurbished built-in outdoor pool with natural stone surrounding and unimpeded mountain views. The charming stone pool house has a convenient changing area and houses the new pool mechanicals out of the elements. Minutes from the villages of Windham and Durham, yet set away from it all, this property is unlike any other and must be seen to be fully appreciated. Bring your dreams and make it your own!
Nestled on the sun-drenched north side of the scenic Durham Valley, this 1790 farmhouse estate offers 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and sprawls across 126 acres steeped in bygone pastoral idyll. Once the heart of a dairy farm, the home's versatile footprint could potentially be reverted to its original configuration as a two-family residence. From the foyer, flanked by both a parlor and living room, you're immediately greeted by classic details like the original wide-plank hardwood floors. Off the dining room you'll find the modern galley kitchen, which flows into a Berkshire-facing sunroom a serene spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Proceed upstairs by one of two staircases; here you'll find capacious, bright bedrooms with spectacular views. A basement with original bluestone slabs is primed for wine storage and a tasting room. The home effortlessly blends historic charm with modern convenience and reliability thanks to updated mechanicals; 200 amp electric, Buderus boiler, a recently replaced roof, and an advanced water treatment system. This bucolic property offers incomparable views in every direction that extend south to the Catskills and east to the Berkshires. The historic charm is not confined to the residence; expertly laid fieldstone walls stretch across the fields. Abundant lilacs, tiger lilies, tulips, and mature fruit trees dot the verdant grounds. The hobby vineyard features a variety of grapes. In the creek you can find trout, while the pond is teeming with catfish. And above all, the varied landscape presents manifold wildlife encounters for you to enjoy; from foxes to the elusive bobolink.The electrified, 1800's former dairy barn is a canvas for your grand vision and is perfectly suited for a possible pool house. The topography lends itself to several other possible estate sites, including an elevated 14 acre field with Catskill viewshed and windbreaks for privacy. The property strikes the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility approximately 2.5hrs from Manhattan, 15mins Windham and 35 mins to Hudson & Amtrak. Whether you're seeking a private oasis or have an eye toward intrinsic value, this one-of-a-kind gem graciously awaits its next steward.
Minutes from Windham and a guest favorite on AirBNB, this immaculate log home offers unobstructed, million-dollar views and the true country home experience. Entering the home you'll find a spacious great room with 20-foot ceilings, gleaming blond, hardwood floors and a full wall of windows and doors flanking the full-height stone fireplace. The log walls and a wooden tongue and groove ceiling wrap the entire room in a gorgeous glow. An open kitchen with painted, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, island seating and plenty of storage is perfect for entertaining with the adjoining the dining area. Two generous bedrooms and a full bath with ceramic tile floors and granite vanity complete the first floor of the home. The upper floor features a cozy loft - perfect for a home office or play space - and an expansive primary suite with bedroom and full bath with ceramic tile floors and granite vanity. Downstairs you will find a fourth bedroom, walk-out bonus room with a gas fireplace, a full bath, utility room and garage. Central air and heat keep you comfortable year-round. The exterior features rival the interior in this exceptional home! A large wrap-around deck features a covered area perfect for rainy summer days and winter snow protection. The open portion runs the length of the home to enjoy stunning valley views and the sunny southern exposure. Follow the steps down to the yard and it's Instagram-ready fire pit and bocce court with party lights. This home and grounds have been thoughtfully planned and landscaped for ease of maintenance and all-weather access to maximize enjoyment of your Catskills dream getaway! Don't wait to make it your own!
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Durham is located in New York. Durham, New York has a population of 2,681. Durham is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 25.79% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.26%.
The median household income in Durham, New York is $52,738. The median household income for the surrounding county is $53,214 compared to the national median of $57,652. The median age of people living in Durham is 43.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 13.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 44.4 inches per year, with 32.3 inches of snow per year.